2002 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Evanda (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Evanda | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Evanda | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |